Delicious Chicken Marinade
Elevate your culinary experience with this exquisite chicken marinade, designed to infuse your poultry with a harmonious blend of flavors. Combining the richness of olive oil with the umami depth of soy sauce and the brightness of lemon juice, this marinade is perfect for transforming ordinary chicken into a delectable feast. Perfect for grilling or baking, the result is juicy and flavorful chicken that will impress any palate.
Ingredients
Marinade Ingredients | |
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| 4 | tablespoons olive oil |
| 4 | tablespoons soy sauce |
| 2 | tablespoons fresh lemon juice |
| 1 | tablespoon brown sugar |
| 2 | minced garlic cloves |
| 1 | tablespoon fresh thyme |
| 3 | whole cloves |
| 4 | boneless skinless chicken breasts |
Instructions
Preparation and Cooking | |
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| 1. | In a Ziploc bag or a lidded container, combine the olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, brown sugar, minced garlic, and thyme to create a flavorful marinade. |
| 2. | Thoroughly clean the boneless skinless chicken breasts and, if necessary, gently pound them to ensure an even thickness. |
| 3. | Submerge the chicken in the marinade, ensuring it is well-coated, and allow it to marinate for a minimum of two hours. For optimal flavor, marinating overnight is recommended. |
| 4. | Before cooking, remember to remove the whole cloves from the marinade. |
| 5. | Grill or bake the marinated chicken until fully cooked and juices run clear, presenting a beautifully flavorful dish. |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 282 kcal |
| Protein | 27.1 g |
| Fat | 16.6 g |
| Carbohydrates | 5.5 g |
| Fiber | 0.2 g |
| Sugar | 3.9 g |
Published on Jul 23, 2024 by Luminița